Guinea’s gold mine collapse kills 18

By Samantha Allen

Published: March 3, 2022 | 6:47 PM GMT

At least 18 people were killed when an informal gold mine collapsed this week in western Guinea.

According to the government spokesman, the accident took place in Gaoual, about 386 km (240 miles) from the capital Conakry, where miners have flocked in recent months to pan for gold.

“For the moment, 18 bodies have been extracted and we are not finished yet.

Rescue operations continue,” government spokesman Ousmane Gaoual Diallo said.

Accidents are common at the artisanal mines across West Africa, where they operate without much oversight or regulation.

At least 15 people were killed in a similar incident at an artisanal gold mine in northeastern Guinea last May.

Reuters/Olajumoke / Qasim
Guinea’s gold mine collapse kills 18

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.